Separation anxiety is one of the most misunderstood challenges dog guardians face. It’s often talked about casually, labelled incorrectly, or brushed off as “bad behaviour”, but for the dogs experiencing it, it’s anything but casual. True separation anxiety is an emotional panic response triggered when a dog is left alone or separated from a specific person. It’s not stubbornness. It’s not manipulation. And it’s certainly not your dog trying to “get back at you”. Many behaviours commonly...

On the 13th of December, we said goodbye to our beloved Biscuit Boo Bear. Writing that still feels surreal. Biscuit wasn’t just our life, she was Scampi’s sister, her constant, her safety net. And while we expect grief to be hard on *us*, I don’t think we talk enough about how deeply it can affect the dogs left behind. Since losing Biscuit, Scampi has had a huge regression in her separation anxiety. "But she was fine before…” This is the part that can feel the most confusing and frustrating...

The Christmas season can be a magical time, full of family, food and festive fun. But for dogs working through separation anxiety training, it can also bring unexpected challenges. Changes in routine, busy homes and long stretches of company can easily disrupt the careful progress made over the months before. This doesn’t mean all is lost; it just means a little awareness and planning can go a long way in helping your dog stay on track. Routines Change, and So Does the Dog’s Expectation...